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* MENDI, SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS, PAPUA NEW GUINEA,
Large Gam cer…
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40
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* MENDI, SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS, PAPUA NEW GUINEA,
Large Gam cer…
See original version (French)
Estimate €500 - €700
Voluntary lot
Description
* MENDI, SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS, PAPUA NEW GUINEA,
Large Gam ceremonial pectoral in Melo-Melo shell and plant fibres. Beautiful patina from ritual use. It bears fine engravings on the upper part as well as holes for the suspension fibres. This type of ornament is classed as one of the most important regalia worn by Great Men.
H. 27 cm
Provenance: Chris Boylan Gallery (Sydney)
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